Miele H 5040 BM - Manual

Correct use Caution! Danger of burning.The oven interior will become veryhot when operating with functionswhich do not use microwave powerand also combination programmeswhich do use microwave power. ~ Use oven gloves when placing food in the oven, turning or removing it andwhen adjusting oven shelve...

~ The microwave combination oven is not suitable for cleaning or disinfectingitems.Items can get extremely hot and thereis a danger of burning when the item isremoved. ~ Before serving, remember to allow a sufficient standing time and thenalways check the temperature of theactual food itself after t...

~ Make sure that you only use microwave safe containers when usingthe Microwave (Solo) function or acombination programme which usesmicrowave power. Observe theinstructions given in "Suitablecontainers for microwave ovens". ~ Ovenproof earthenware can retain a considerable amount of moisture...

Disposal of the packingmaterial The transport and protective packinghas been selected from materials whichare environmentally friendly for disposaland can normally be recycled. Ensure that any plastic wrappings,bags, etc. are disposed of safely andkept out of the reach of babies andyoung children. D...

Appliance overview Control panel a Function selector b Display c Sensors V , OK, W , N d Temperature selector Oven interior e Grill element f Light g Three shelf levels h Oven door Guide to the appliance 13

Accessories supplied Glass tray The glass tray is suitable for use with allcooking functions. Always use the glass tray when using the Microwave (Solo) function. Do not place items weighing morethan 8 kg on it. Do not place the hot glass tray on acold surface, such as a tiled orgranite worktop.The g...

When pushing the rack back in,always ensure that the safetynotches are at the rear of the oven(see illustration). To remove the rack, lift it upwardsslightly at the front when the safetynotches connect with the sides of theoven. We recommend using the rack together with the glass tray when cooking i...

Functions Use Microwave _ (Solo) For defrosting, reheating and cooking food quickly. Functions withoutmicrowave For cooking food when a crisp finish is required. Combination programmes (with microwave) The combination programmes enable food to bereheated and cooked quickly with even browningresults....

_ Microwave In a microwave oven there is a high-frequency tube called a magnetron.This converts electrical energy intomicrowaves. These microwaves aredistributed evenly throughout the oveninterior and rebound off the metal sidesof the oven interior to reach the foodfrom all sides. In order for micro...

Before the oven can be used, youwill need to– release the controls by pressingthem if they are retracted whendelivered. – set the time of day. Setting the time of day The time of day can only be enteredwhen the function selector is at "0". In the display: – the clock symbol m will light up. ...

Cleaning and heating up forthe first time Remove any protective foil from thefront of the appliance. See "Cleaning and care" for moreinformation. Before using the appliance for the firsttime, – take all accessories out of the oven and wash them. – heat up the appliance once withnothing in it...

Microwaves – are reflected by metal, – pass through glass, porcelain, plastic and card, – and are absorbed by food. Material and shape The material and shape of containersused affect cooking results and times.Heat distribution is more even in roundand oval shaped flat containers than inrectangular c...

Wood Wooden dishes are not suitable.Moisture contained in the woodevaporates when exposed tomicrowave energy, causing thewood to dry and crack. Plastics Only plastic containers and plasticdisposable containers which arespecified by the manufacturer assuitable for use in a microwave ovenmay be used. ...

Testing dishes for theirsuitability If in doubt as to whether glass,earthenware or porcelain plates ordishes are suitable for use in amicrowave oven, a simple test canbe performed: ^ Insert the glass tray in the oven at thelowest shelf level and place theempty item you wish to test on theglass tray....

A cover (optional accessories) – prevents too much steam escaping, especially when cooking foods whichneed longer to cook, such aspotatoes. – speeds up the cooking process. – prevents food from drying out. – helps keep the oven interior clean. When using programmes which use themicrowave function al...

Function selector The left-hand control is used to selectthe function. It can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.The function selector can only beretracted when it is at "0". _ Microwave a Microwave+Fan plus b Microwave+Grill M Microwave+Fan grill S Rapid heat-up U Fan plus Y Grill \ Fan ...

Sensors The sensors underneath the displayreact to touch. A keypad tone will sound each time asensor is touched. You can switch off thekeypad tone (see "Settings % – P 4 "). Use OK – For calling up the functions in the display. The triangle V will appear in the display. – For confirming an e...

Display ΠN I2:00 h W min % W m T S 0 Start V Symbols The following symbols will appear in thedisplay depending on the position ofthe function selector and/or whether asensor has been touched: Symbols Meaning % Temperature W Microwave power setting u Time of day T Duration S Finish 0 System lock Sta...

Functions without microwave ^ Place the food in the oven. ^ Select the function you want (e.g. FanPlus U ). The following will appear in the display: ΠI60 % V Р"160" - the recommended temperature, Рthe temperature indicator light Π, Рthe triangle V under the % symbol. At the same time t...

Delaying the start with Automaticswitch-off To switch a programme on and offautomatically, enter both the cookingduration and the finish time. We recommend using automaticswitching on and off when roasting.However, do not delay the start fortoo long when baking as the cakemixture or dough will dry o...

Microwave function _ The following power levels can beselected:80 W, 150 W, 300 W, 450 W, 600 W,850 W, 1000 W. ^ Turn the function selector toMicrowave _ . The display will show a suggestedpower level of 1000 W. I000 W W V ^ Whilst the triangle V is flashing, use the V sensor to select a lower setti...

Combination programmes Combination programmes combinemicrowave power with anothercooking function, e.g. Fan Plus, Grillor Fan Grill. Microwave+Fan plus a , Microwave+Fan grill M ^ Select the function you want. The display will show a suggested powerlevel of 300 W. You can also selected apower level ...

Microwave+Grill b ^ Select the Microwave+Grill b function. The display will show a suggestedpower level of 300 W. This can bechanged to 150 W or 80 W if you wish. 300 W W V ^ Whilst the triangle V is flashing, use the V sensor to select a lower setting. After a short while or after touching theOK se...

The minute minder can be used to timeany activity in the kitchen, e.g. boilingeggs. A maximum minute minder time of59 minutes and 55 seconds can be set. You can set the minute minder at thesame time as another timedprogramme, e.g. as a reminder to stir adish or add seasoning etc. To set the minute m...

The system lock 0 prevents the appliance being operatedunintentionally, by children forexample. ^ Turn the function selector to "0". 0 0 V ^ Touch the W sensor repeatedly until triangle V is underneath the 0 symbol. ^ Touch the OK sensor. I 0 V ^ Whilst triangle V is flashing under the 0 sym...

Your oven is supplied with standard factory default settings.You can select alternative settings by changing the status " s " of a setting " P " (see chart). Setting Status (* Standard default setting) P I Time of daydisplay S 0 When the time of day display is switched off and the fu...

To change the status of asetting ^ Select "Settings % ". ^ Touch the OK sensor. P I " P I " will appear in the display. ^ Touch the V or W sensor repeatedly until the setting required appears inthe display. ^ Touch the OK sensor. S 0 The current status " S " of the setting wi...

Function Power level /Temperature Suitable for: Defrost Microwave _ 80 W Very delicate foods such ascream, butter, cream andbutter creamgateaux, cheese 150 W All other types of food Reheat Microwave _ 450 W Food for babies and children 600 W All types of food;frozen ready-meals which donot need brow...

Before defrosting, reheating andcooking ^ Place food (including frozen) in adish that is suitable for themicrowave, and cover it. ^ Place the container in the middle ofthe glass tray and insert it at thelowest shelf level. With combination programmes Only use heat-resistant containerswhich are micro...

Guidance on reheating food Food for babies and young childrenor the elderly must not be allowed toget too hot. We do not recommendheating or reheating foods or drinksfor babies or young children in themicrowave oven. Any decision to dothis is the responsibility of the user,and should only be done wi...

Useful tips Use Tips Defrosting largequantities of food atonce, e.g. 2 kg fish The glass tray placed on the lowest level can be usedfor defrosting food. Reheating food Always cover food when reheating it, except whenreheating meat/fish coated in breadcrumbs. Cooking vegetables Add a little water to ...

Chart for defrosting Microwave power setting Quantity 150 W Time in min. 80 W Time in min. Standing time 1) in min. Dairy products CreamButterCheese slicesMilkQuark / Cream cheese 250 ml 250 g250 g 500 ml 250 g ––– 14 – 1610 – 12 13 – 17 8 – 10 6 – 8 –– 10 – 15 5 – 10 10 – 1510 – 1510 – 15 Cakes / P...

Chart for reheating food Drinks 2) Microwave power setting Quantity 1000 W Time in min. 450 W Time in min. Standing time 1) in min. Coffee,drinking temperature 60 – 65 °CMilk,drinking temperature 60 – 65 °CWater,bringing to the boilBaby bottles (milk)Mulled wine, punch,drinking temperature 60 – 65 °...

Chart for cooking food Microwave power setting Quantity 850 W Time in min. + 450 W Time in min. Standing time 1) in min. Meat Meatballs in gravy (400 g meat)Stew (750 g meat) 10 – 12 16 + 15 2 – 32 – 3 Poultry Chicken in mustard sauceChicken curryChicken risotto Approx. 800 gApprox. 900 g Approx. 1....

Functions ß Fan Plus U Ideal for baking biscuits, sponges,choux pastry, puff pastry and filopastry. ß Microwave+Fan Plus a Suitable for doughs which requirelonger baking, such as rubbed in andbeaten mixtures and yeast recipes. The baking duration is shorter. A microwave power level of no morethan 15...

Problem Possible cause and remedy Cakes or biscuits arenot properly cookedafter the timerecommended in thechart. Check that the correct temperature has been set. Check whether there has been a change to the recipe.The addition of more liquid or more eggs makes amoister mix which would take longer to...

Fan Plus U Microwave+Fan Plus a Temperature in °C Time in min. Power level in W Temperature in °C Time in min. Creamed mixture Victoria spongeFruit cakeMuffins 1) Marble cake (tin)Fresh fruit flanwith topping (glass tray) 1) Fresh fruit cake (glass tray) 1) Fresh fruit cake (tin)Flan baseBiscuits 14...

Functions ß Fan Plus U Suitable for meat and poultry disheswith a crispy topping. ß Microwave+Fan Plus a The roasting time is shorter. The following microwave power levelsshould be used throughout the cookingduration. – For meat and fish: max. 300 W, – For poultry: 150 W. This combination programme ...

Pot roasting Roasting in a covered pot is highlyrecommended: – The meat stays succulent, – and the oven stays cleaner, too. – It also ensures that sufficient stock remains for making gravy. Season the meat and place it in the pot.Add some butter or margarine or bastewith a little oil or cooking fat....

Roasting time The roasting time will depend on thetype of meat, the size and thickness ofthe cut, The traditional British method isto allow 20 minutes per lb/450 g,according to the type of meat, plus20 minutes, adjusting the duration asroasting proceeds to obtain therequired result. Browning only oc...

Fan Plus U Microwave+Fan Plus a Temperature in °C 1) 2) Time in min. Power level in W Temperature in °C 2) Time in min. Roast beef (approx. 1 kg) 170 – 190 100 – 120 – – – Beef fillet 3), 4) (approx. 1 kg) 190 – 210 40 – 60 – – – Haunch of venison(approx. 1 kg) 180 – 200 100 – 120 – – – Saddle of ve...

Functions ß Grill Y Suitable for flat items, such as: cutlets,steak, burgers, toast, cheese toast. ß Fan Grill \ Suitable for grilling thick cuts, such as:kebabs, rolled meat, poultry. ß Microwave+Grill b ß Microwave+Fan Grill M The grilling time is shorter. A microwave power level of no morethan 30...

Fan Grill \ Temperature 220 °C For thin, lean cuts ofmeat(e. g. steak) 180 - 200 °C For other foods To grill thicker pieces of food moregradually after an initial hightemperature, continue grilling at a lowertemperature setting to allow the food tocook through to the centre. Shelf level ^ Depending ...

Fan Grilling guide (Fan Grill \ ) – Use the Fan Grill function for meat, fish, poultry and vegetables. – Always pre-heat for at least 5 minutes before Fan Grilling. – It is not necessary to turn food when Fan Grilling. – The door must be closed during Fan Grilling. – When using red meat, pat the mea...

Grilling guide (Grill Y ) – Use for thick toasts, muffins, cheese on toast, foccacia, bruschetta. – Pre-heat grill for at least 5 minutes. – Select the appropriate shelf level for the thickness of the food. – Thinner foods can be positioned on shelf 3, while thicker foods should be grilled on shelf ...

Function ß Defrost P The air in the oven is kept at roomtemperature and circulated by the fanto gently defrost frozen food. Shelf level ^ Place the food to be defrosted on theglass tray or into a suitable dish. Small pieces of poultry can be placedon an upturned saucer in the glass tray.This way it ...

, Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the appliance. The steamcould reach electrical componentsand cause a short circuit. Clean the oven interior, inside of thedoor and door seal as soon as it hascooled down. Waiting too long canmake cleaning unnecessarilydifficult and in some casesimpossible.In cer...

Oven interior roof If the oven interior roof is badly soiled,the grill element can be lowered tomake cleaning easier. , Make sure the oven heating elements are switched off and cool.Danger of burning. ^ To lower the grill element, the nutneeds to be unscrewed. ^ Lower the grill element gently. Do no...

Door interior and door seal , The oven interior can get hot during use. Danger of burning. Clean the front using a damp microfibrecloth or with a clean sponge and asolution of hot water and washing-upliquid. Wipe the surfaces dry using asoft cloth. , Check the door and door seal at regular intervals...

Avoid damage to the surface. Toprevent damage to your appliancewhen cleaning, do not use: – Cleaning agents containing soda, ammonia, acids or chlorides – Cleaning agents containing descaling agents – Abrasive cleaning agents, e.g. powder cleaners and cream cleaners – Solvent-based cleaning agents –...

With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be easily correctedwithout contacting Miele.If you then can't remedy the problem yourself, please call Miele (see back coverfor details). Please note that a call-out charge will be applied for unnecessary ser-vice visits where the problem could...

Problem Possible cause and remedy A noise is heard after aprogramme hasfinished. The cooling fan continues to run for a while after theoven has been switched off to prevent any humiditybuilding up in the oven, on the control panel or on theoven housing unit. When the temperature has fallensufficient...

^ Replace the halogen lamp.Specification:12 V, 10 W,heat resistant to 300 °C,fitting G4, Osram, type 64418. Do not touch the halogen lamp with bare fingers.Please follow the manufacturer's instructions. ^ Replace the glass piece in the mounting, and refit thelamp cover. Make sure that the lug on the...

Miele offers a range of useful accessories, as well as cleaning and conditioningproducts for your appliance. These products can be purchased via the internet atwww.miele-shop.com or from Miele (see back cover for contact details) or yourMiele Chartered Agent. Gourmet oven dish Do not use the gourmet...

After sales service In the event of any faults which youcannot remedy yourself, please contact – your Miele Chartered Agent or – Miele. You will find the contact details forMiele on the back cover of thismanual. When contacting Miele, please quotethe model and serial number of yourappliance. These a...

All electrical work should be carried outby a competent person, in accordancewith national and local safetyregulations. Depending on the version, theappliance is supplied with a mainscable, or a mains cable and plug forconnection to AC 50 Hz, 230 V. The voltage, rated load and fuse ratingare given o...

Appliance dimensions and unitcut-out Installation in a tall unit * Appliances with glass front** Appliances with metal front Installation in a base unit If fitted underneath a hob, theinstallation instructions for the hobmust also be taken into account. * Appliances with glass front** Appliances wit...

Front dimensions A Appliances with glass front: 22 mmAppliances with metal front: 23 mm B H 5030: 53.2 mmH 5040: 47.5 mm C Appliances with glass front: 1.5 mmAppliances with metal front:0.5 mm Installation , The appliance must not be operated until it has been correctlyinstalled in its housing unit....